“Ever heard of a place that was once known as Pudoh?” That’s Pudu, a vibrant ward in Kuala Lumpur. It’s a place brimming with history and bustling with modern life.
Pudu is sandwiched between Bukit Bintang, Maluri, and Cheras. This location makes it a vital hub within the city. Pudu has a rich history. During colonial rule, it was known as Pudoh.
Pudu is home to Pudu Sentral, Kuala Lumpur’s oldest bus station. Think of the countless journeys that began and ended here. Imagine the stories those walls could tell. Pudu was formerly home to Pudu Prison.
Pudu Market, or Pasar Besar Pudu, is one of Kuala Lumpur’s largest wet markets. It’s a sensory explosion of sights, sounds, and smells. Just adjacent to the market lies Jalan Pasar. Here, you can find shops selling electronics components and devices.
The Bukit Bintang City Centre development sits at Pudu’s border. It’s right beside the Hang Tuah LRT and monorail station. This symbolizes Pudu’s connection to the new Kuala Lumpur.
The Ampang Line and Sri Petaling Line Pudu LRT station played a surprising role in Hollywood. Its sign was featured in the movie Entrapment. Though the filming location was actually Bukit Jalil LRT station.
Pudu is largely located in the Bukit Bintang parliamentary constituency. However, part of it extends into the Cheras constituency. Pudu is a place where old meets new, where history intertwines with progress. It’s a place where you can find everything from traditional markets to modern transportation hubs. Come and discover Pudu for yourself.